- Men's wellbeing focus
- English and Spanish
- 13 years experience
About Ivan
Ivan Ayala is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Minnesota. He brings 13 years of clinical experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and issues related to LGBT identity. Ivan’s manner is warm and relational, and he focuses on helping people take practical steps toward feeling better.
He listens first and tailors therapy to each person’s needs. Sessions often center on understanding what matters most to the client, then mapping small changes that line up with those values. He blends cognitive-behavioral and acceptance-based ideas with narrative and humanistic perspectives so conversations stay grounded and practical.
Clients have turned to him for help with parenting challenges, intimacy or sexual concerns, addiction and recovery, grief and trauma, sleep problems, and career transitions. He also works with people navigating blended family dynamics, communication struggles, codependency, and commitment issues. Spanish and English are both offered for sessions.
Ivan’s approach uses clear goals and short-term strategies when helpful, along with deeper work when clients want it. Motivational interviewing techniques can support change for substance use or behavior goals. Mindfulness tools are offered to reduce overwhelm and improve focus.
To begin, people complete a brief matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions based on availability. Ivan emphasizes a collaborative process and supports clients who are ready to make changes in their life.
How therapeutic approaches shape online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take small actions that move them toward those values. ACT is useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions because it focuses on what matters rather than only on symptoms. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns with practical exercises and role-based skills. CBT can help with sleep issues, anxiety, and mood challenges by teaching specific techniques to change routines and reactions. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative way to boost readiness for change, often used when addressing substance use or new health habits.Choosing the best approach is part of the work together. Ivan will talk through your goals, try different strategies, and adjust the plan as you learn what helps most. That collaboration makes it easier to find methods that fit your needs and preferences.
Confirm current online session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online work can make it simpler to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also makes accessing an English- or Spanish-speaking licensed professional in Minnesota possible from other locations. Discuss format details when you schedule to pick what will work for your routine.
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Experience
13+ years
Credentials
Minnesota
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Ivan commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, addiction, grief, trauma, intimacy and sleep problems, plus career and self-esteem concerns.
What is his therapy style like?
Sessions are relational and warm with an emphasis on listening. Therapy blends practical strategies and reflective conversation to meet each person where they are.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 13 years of experience providing psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families from varied backgrounds.
What credentials and region are listed for this therapist?
He holds MN LMFT and MN LICSW credentials and practices from Minnesota.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with him?
Yes, he accepts international clients.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.